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Tales of Tricks and Treats: Contains 30 classic tales (Bumper Short Story Collections)
by Enid BlytonMeet fairies, witches and giants in this selection of 30 magical short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! From to goblin games to never-ending wishes, there's mischief afoot in these fun-filled short stories by Enid Blyton! Who will be on the receiving end of a trick, and who will win out with a treat? Ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to enjoy independently, each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are the perfect way to introduce her work to a new generation of readers.Read all of these bestselling short story collections by Enid Blyton: Animal StoriesSpringtime StoriesSummer StoriesHoliday StoriesSummer Holiday StoriesSummertime StoriesSummer Adventure StoriesStories of Wizards and WitchesStories of Magic and Mischief Christmas StoriesChristmas TalesChristmas TreatsWinter Stories***Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.
Tara Binns: Band 12/copper (Collins Big Cat)
by Lisa RajanCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.
There's an Elf in Your Book (Who's in Your Book?)
by Tom FletcherA mischievous elf has found its way into the pages of your book in this festive follow-up to There's a Monster in Your Book, There's a Dragon in Your Book, and There's an Alien in Your Book. In the run up to Christmas, children and adults alike will love interacting with the loveable, mischievous little elf as it takes them through the all-important Nice List Test, to discover if they've earned their Christmas presents.But be careful not to let it catch you out! This cheeky elf has a few naughty tricks up its sleeve . . .
This Promise of Change: One Girl’s Story in the Fight for School Equality
by Debbie Levy Jo Ann BoyceIn 1956, one year before federal troops escorted the Little Rock 9 into Central High School, fourteen year old Jo Ann Allen was one of twelve African-American students who broke the color barrier and integrated Clinton High School in Tennessee. At first things went smoothly for the Clinton 12, but then outside agitators interfered, pitting the townspeople against one another. Uneasiness turned into anger, and even the Clinton Twelve themselves wondered if the easier thing to do would be to go back to their old school. Jo Ann--clear-eyed, practical, tolerant, and popular among both black and white students---found herself called on as the spokesperson of the group. But what about just being a regular teen? This is the heartbreaking and relatable story of her four months thrust into the national spotlight and as a trailblazer in history. Based on original research and interviews and featuring backmatter with archival materials and notes from the authors on the co-writing process.
Unicorn Academy: Ariana and Whisper (Unicorn Academy)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ariana loves hanging out at the Unicorn Academy stables and looking after her beautiful unicorn, Whisper. She just hopes that their differences won't stop them bonding! All the animals are leaving the Verdant Forest, and everyone is worried. Ariana and Whisper will need all their courage to protect their friends and bring the animals safely home...Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?:Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and SnowflakeRosa and Crystal
Unicorn Academy: Ava and Star (Unicorn Academy #3)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Ava and Star love their beautiful garden at Unicorn Academy. It's where they grow their very own magical plants! When the sky berries that the unicorns need to survive disappear, Ava and Star will need all their skills and courage to help their friends. Can they find more of the special berries before every unicorn's magic starts to fade?Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?:Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAnd look out for:Isabel and CloudLayla and DancerOlivia and Snowflake
Unicorn Academy: Olivia and Snowflake (Unicorn Academy #6)
by Julie SykesImagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.Olivia is so happy to be at Unicorn Academy. She hopes her sweet unicorn, Snowflake, will discover her magic before graduation day! Everyone is busy decorating Unicorn Academy for the graduation ball, but it looks like someone is trying to ruin the party. It's up to Olivia and Snowflake to save the day - and the school!Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories?Sophia and RainbowScarlett and BlazeAva and StarIsabel and CloudLayla and Dancer
Vet: Vet Here To Help: Vet (Here to Help #8)
by James NixonWhat's it like to be a vet? Perhaps one day you might like to become a vet too? In this book you will meet our vet, Nafisa - and some of her colleagues - and see what she does at work every day. Find out about the types of animals she looks after - from cats to cows! - the equipment she uses to do her job and what it is like to work with animals.The Here to Help series of books are for very young readers aged 5 and upwards. The books follow real professionals around their place of work to give a flavour of what it means to work in a particular job.
Waylon! The Most Awesome of All (Waylon! Ser. #3)
by Sara PennypackerFrom the creators of the New York Times bestselling series Clementine comes another chapter book collection that will keep readers engaged and laughing until the very last page. Waylon can't wait to participate in the Boston Science Expo on June 14. He's confident that his project will impress the crowd, and his idol, a famous astrophysicist, is sure to be in attendance. Maybe Waylon will finally get a chance to meet her! The Expo is on the same day of his sister's performance at the Beantown Repertory Theater. Neon has been preparing for weeks, ever since she won third prize in a New Voices in Boston Theater contest, and their dad has agreed to be the centerpiece of the show. June 14 is also the deadline Waylon's dad set for himself to sell his screenplay to Hollywood. Finally, Waylon's mom has a mysterious appointment that day that she won't talk about. It looks as though Waylon will be going to the Science Expo by himself. But at least there's that astrophysicist! When Waylon's dad is summoned to Hollywood at the last minute, Neon is in dire need of a replacement. She trains her eyes on Waylon, and he has no choice but to be the stand-in, even though it means missing the Expo. It promises to be the most embarrassing night of his life . . . yet it could turn out to be the most awesome of all. But what is Mom up to, anyway?
What is an Archaeologist? (National Geographic Readers)
by National Geographic Kids Libby RomeroIn this Level 3 reader, learn all about how archaeologists unearth history, from Egyptian pyramids to Incan roads, and everything in between.
What Is A Refugee?
by Elise GravelWho are refugees? Why are they called that word? Why do they need to leave their country?In this simple, graphic and bold picture book for young children, author/illustrator Elise Gravel explores what it means to be a refugee. This book is the perfect tool to introduce an important and timely topic to children.
What's for Dinner, Mr Gum? (Mr Gum #6)
by Andy StantonShabba me whiskers! It’s one of those Mr Gum books by Andy Stanton. They’re only the craziest, funnest most amazing books for children in the world. This is book six.
Yasmin The Superhero (Yasmin Ser.)
by Saadia Faruqi Hatem AlySuperhero Yasmin! She's got the cape. She's got the mask. Now she just needs a villain to defeat! While she's looking for one, she meets lots of friends and neighbours who need her help, but no villains. Then Yasmin discovers that she might not need a villain to wield her super powers!
Yasmin The Zookeeper (Yasmin Ser.)
by Saadia Faruqi Hatem AlyYasmin's class is going to the zoo! The students love watching the animals do silly things, but when Yasmin is chosen to feed the monkeys, she's the one that does something silly. Can Yasmin fix her mistake and make friends with the monkeys?
The Jenius: The Amazing Guinea Pig
by Dick King-SmithDick King-Smith, creator of 'Babe the Sheep-Pig', presents the cleverest guinea pig in the world!Judy's classmates snigger when she claims guinea pigs are brainy. But, when her guinea pigs have a baby son, she decides to call him Jenius and train him to prove her point. Soon he can do all kinds of clever tricks, and Judy can't wait to show him off at school. After all, what could possibly go wrong?
The Swoose
by Dick King-SmithFitzherbert's mother is a goose, but his father was a swan - which makes him a swoose! As Fitzherbert grows up he decisdes he wants to fly and he wants to meet his father. His search begins, but what he finds is fame and fortune of a most unexpected kind.
The Three Musketeers: Classics Illustrated (Puffin Classics)
by Alexandre DumasOne of the best-loved adventures of all time.When young D'Artagnan comes to Paris to seek his fortune, he is challenged to a duel with not one, but three of the king's Musketeers. But Athos, Porthos and Aramis become his trusted friends as he tries to prove himself worthy of becoming a fourth Musketeer.
Alien Ocean Animals (National Geographic Readers)
by National Geographic Kids Rosie ColosiAre these strange animals the stuff of nightmares or aliens from outer space? Turns out, they're real undersea animals! Find out how deep sea creatures use bizarre and fascinating adaptations to survive in their harsh environments in this Level 3 Reader.
Astrid Lindgren (Little People, Big Dreams Ser. #43)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara<strong>In this book from the critically acclaimed, mulitmillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover how Astrid Lindgren grew up to become one of the world’s best-loved authors, and the creator of the irresistible Pippi Longstocking.</strong><br /> <br /> Little Astrid grew up on an old farm in Sweden. Her childhood was very happy, so happy that <strong>she never wanted to grow up</strong>. When she was four, her friend Edit read Astrid her first story. Suddenly, the entire place was filled with giants, witches and fairies.<br /> <br /> They all came out from a <strong>magic object called a book</strong>. Astrid did her best to learn how to read, and once she started, she couldn’t stop! Soon, there were no books left to borrow from the library and her friends.<br /> <br /> Learn how Astrid turned her love of books and telling stories into a career as<strong> a world-renowned author. Accessible and easy to follow text </strong>means that this book can<strong> inspire young readers </strong>in just the same way that Astrid was inspired when she started reading, all those years ago.<br /> <br /> This moving book features <strong>stylish and quirky illustrations</strong> and <strong>extra facts at the back</strong>, including a <strong>biographical timeline</strong> with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring writer’s life.<br /> <br /> <strong>Little People, BIG DREAMS </strong>is a <strong>best-selling biography series for kids</strong> that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.<br /> <br /> This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The <strong>board books</strong> are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The <strong>hardcover</strong> and <strong>paperback</strong> versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the <strong>treasuries</strong> each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in <strong>boxed gift sets</strong>. <strong>Activity books</strong> and a <strong>journal</strong> provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.<br /> <br /> <strong>Inspire the next generation of outstanding people </strong>who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!<br />
Astrid Lindgren (Little People, Big Dreams Ser. #43)
by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara<strong>In this book from the critically acclaimed, mulitmillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover how Astrid Lindgren grew up to become one of the world’s best-loved authors, and the creator of the irresistible Pippi Longstocking.</strong><br /> <br /> Little Astrid grew up on an old farm in Sweden. Her childhood was very happy, so happy that <strong>she never wanted to grow up</strong>. When she was four, her friend Edit read Astrid her first story. Suddenly, the entire place was filled with giants, witches and fairies.<br /> <br /> They all came out from a <strong>magic object called a book</strong>. Astrid did her best to learn how to read, and once she started, she couldn’t stop! Soon, there were no books left to borrow from the library and her friends.<br /> <br /> Learn how Astrid turned her love of books and telling stories into a career as<strong> a world-renowned author. Accessible and easy to follow text </strong>means that this book can<strong> inspire young readers </strong>in just the same way that Astrid was inspired when she started reading, all those years ago.<br /> <br /> This moving book features <strong>stylish and quirky illustrations</strong> and <strong>extra facts at the back</strong>, including a <strong>biographical timeline</strong> with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring writer’s life.<br /> <br /> <strong>Little People, BIG DREAMS </strong>is a <strong>best-selling biography series for kids</strong> that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.<br /> <br /> This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The <strong>board books</strong> are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The <strong>hardcover</strong> and <strong>paperback</strong> versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the <strong>treasuries</strong> each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in <strong>boxed gift sets</strong>. <strong>Activity books</strong> and a <strong>journal</strong> provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.<br /> <br /> <strong>Inspire the next generation of outstanding people </strong>who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!<br />
Becoming Muhammad Ali (Becoming Ali)
by James Patterson Kwame AlexanderFrom two heavy-hitters in children's literature comes a biographical novel of cultural icon Muhammad Ali.Before he was a household name, Cassius Clay was a kid with struggles like any other. Kwame Alexander and James Patterson join forces to vividly depict his life up to age seventeen in both prose and verse, including his childhood friends, struggles in school, the racism he faced, and his discovery of boxing. Readers will learn about Cassius' family and neighbors in Louisville, Kentucky, and how, after a thief stole his bike, Cassius began training as an amateur boxer at age twelve. Before long, he won his first Golden Gloves bout and began his transformation into the unrivaled Muhammad Ali.Fully authorized by and written in cooperation with the Muhammad Ali estate, and vividly brought to life by Dawud Anyabwile's dynamic artwork, Becoming Muhammad Ali captures the budding charisma and youthful personality of one of the greatest sports heroes of all time.
Bleak House: The Charles Dickens Children's Collection (Easy Classics) (The Charles Dickens Children's Collection (Easy Classics) #6)
by Charles Dickens Pipi SpositoAfter surviving fourteen long years with her horrible aunt, and nothing but a doll and an old handkerchief for company, Esther Summerson’s life is finally looking a little brighter. She’s going to school and making friends, realfriends! The only thing Esther’s missing now is a mother. But long-lost parents don’t just turn up out of the blue on a rainy afternoon … do they? About The Charles Dickens Children's Collection: Bah humbug! Who says the classics are just for adults? Join Ebeneezer Scrooge on his ghostly Christmas adventure, or follow orphaned Oliver Twist from rags to riches in some of literature's most famous tales from the foggy streets of Victorian London.Adapted and illustrated for children aged 7+. About Sweet Cherry Easy Classics: Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new generation.
A Christmas Carol: The Charles Dickens Children's collection (Easy Classics) (The Charles Dickens Children's Collection (Easy Classics) #1)
by Charles Dickens Pipi SpositoWho can help a mean old man to love Christmas? How about a ghost? (… or three!) Scrooge’s heart is colder than snow, he’s richer than half the banks in England and meaner than, well, everyone. But when three seriously spooky ghosts turn up to take him on an adventure through time, he soon learns that being cold isn’t cool. Can he change his ways before it’s too late? About The Charles Dickens Children's Collection: Bah humbug! Who says the classics are just for adults? Join Ebeneezer Scrooge on his ghostly Christmas adventure, or follow orphaned Oliver Twist from rags to riches in some of literature's most famous tales from the foggy streets of Victorian London.Adapted and illustrated for children aged 7+. About Sweet Cherry Easy Classics: Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new generation.
Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds – Jake and Jen and the Sea of Sharks: Band 06/orange (Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds)
by Chris BradfordCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1–6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.
Crayola: 52 Colorful DIY Craft Projects for Kids to Create Throughout the Year
by Crayola LLCInspire creativity with fifty-two seasonal arts and crafts activities from Crayola -- the number one name in color and classic DIY crafts for kids -- that will help grow your child's confidence, while building a passion for learning new skills!Crayola has been unleashing creativity and self-expression for the last 117 years. Since early 2018, their CIY (Create It Yourself) videos have showcased new and exciting ways for kids ages six and up to use Crayola products to create Instagram-worthy works of art.Crayola: Create It Yourself includes fifty-two of the most popular and fun craft projects, organized by the four seasons: fall, winter, spring, and summer. Kids will create DIY gifts like Mother's Day picture frames and Valentine's Day Lanterns, they'll decorate the house with Haunted Halloween Decorations and Melted Crayon Ornaments, and they'll make timeless paper spinners and CIY terrariums for use all year round. Each activity includes a complete art supply list, clear step-by-step photographs and instructions, as well as finished samples.Perfect for use at home or in the classroom, the Crayola: Create It Yourself Activity Book encourages kids to put down their digital devices, pick up their crayons, and get creative.